Beware of an increase in Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card swapping. A SIM card swap happens when a hacker pretends to be you and convinces your mobile device carrier to switch your phone number over to a SIM card that they own. A SIM card is the tiny memory chip inside a mobile device that […]

We have seen an increase in instances for fake flash pop-ups such as the “Fake Flash Player Update”, which tricks people into downloading software, only to wreak havoc on their systems and networks. This scam is distributed through deceptive and unofficial websites that imitate real products. With an uptick in people working from home, we […]

Consumers are being targeted by a new scheme resulting in phony claims to the U.S. government sponsored healthcare programs and private insurance companies. The scheme includes medical providers, marketing companies, call centers, and laboratories working together or separately to conduct genetic testing for people without a medical need. The testing typically doesn’t take place; however, […]

Our Risk Management Team has been made aware that an Amazon Update Payment Information Email Scam has recently resurfaced. The fraudulent emails notify you that there was an issue with the billing information on an Amazon order you recently placed and, as a result, your Amazon account and all pending orders have been placed hold.  […]

The New Hampshire Department of Motor Vehicles (NH-DMV) is warning the public of a speeding ticket scam.   Some NH residents have reported receiving fraudulent emails asking for money for outstanding (bogus) speeding tickets.  These emails have included  the NH Department of Transportation’s logo and indicate that the recipients will face criminal investigation if they don’t […]

Our Risk Management Department has learned that local community members have received fraudulent calls about their computer’s “subscriptions” becoming out of date.  The caller indicates that they need either access to the person’s computer, and often threatens that person will be charged a hefty fee if they don’t allow the access. If you receive one […]

Our Risk Management Department noted that there has been an uptick in “smishing” attacks. Smishing is when a fraudster sends you a text message with a malicious link or virus. A common example is receiving fake package tracking information that claims to be from FedEx, UPS, US Postal Service or other delivery companies. The text includes a […]

A particularly alarming form of malware continues to impact businesses and consumers. “Ransomware” is a harmful software that restricts access to an infected computer and requests that the victim pay ransom in order to regain control of the system, files or accounts. The fraudster perpetrating the ransomware may even monitor the victim’s activity for a […]

Local Businesses: We’ve been made aware of an increase in counterfeit $100 bills circulating in the area. We encourage you to take a moment to refresh your employees on currency identification procedures. Click here for a copy of the Secret Service’s Know Your Money Guide.

Please be aware that area consumers have reported receiving suspicious phone calls that appear to be coming local financial institutions. The caller ID information displayed is “spoofed” to appear as though it originated from the bank. Merrimack County Savings Bank won’t contact you requesting financial payment information such as your account or debit card number. […]